Kenworth T470 2009-2012
Model T470 made by Kenworth got 2 recalls as well as 21 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting and service brakes, air.
Car model
| Name | Recalls | Bulletins |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth T470 2009 | 0 | 1 |
| Kenworth T470 2010 | 0 | 1 |
| Kenworth T470 2011 | 2 | 21 |
| Kenworth T470 2012 | 1 | 4 |
Model 2011
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V452000 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | from 04/01/2010 to 08/30/2010 | V (Vehicle) | 3040 | MFR | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 09/29/2010 | 10/04/2010 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Kenworth is recalling certain model year 2011 t660, t800, w900, c500, t440, and t470 vehicles manufactured from april 1, 2009, through august 30, 2010. one of the four harness spade terminal connections to the chassis load center may become completely unseated. a completely unseated connection may result in a power loss to a portion of the vehicle's exterior lighting. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Power loss of the vehicle's exterior lighting may reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers increasing the risk of a crash with the vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the harness and re-seating the female connectors on the male spade terminals. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during october 2010. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Paccar safety recall no. 10kwg. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SLACK ADJUSTERS | ||||||||||||||||
| 11V157000 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | from 10/18/2010 to 01/28/2011 | V (Vehicle) | 280 | MFR | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 03/07/2011 | 03/10/2011 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Paccar is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 kenworth t270/370, t440/t470, t800, t660, w900 and c500 vehicles manufactured between october 18, 2010, and january 28, 2011. certain cast iron slack adjuster housings, which transmit braking force from the brake chamber push rod to the brake cam tube, may include a flow notch in the handle portion of the housing due to an error during the casting process. a flow notch in the handle portion may reduce the effective cross section structure and cause the slack adjuster housing to fracture. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the slack adjuster housing were to fracture, the wheel brake to which the slack adjuster housing is attached would no longer function, which could increase vehicle stopping distances, and if mounted on the steer axle, could cause the vehicle to pull to one side during braking, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and replace the slack adjuster housing as necessary. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during april 2011. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Kenworth safety recall. no.11kwa.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
| TIB-44-19 | 08/12/2011 | 10041346 | Paccar: water may seep between the wire insulation and potting of the fuel sensor. there may be an erratic false warning of water in fuel. *rm | 09/27/2011 | |
| TIB-44-19 | 08/12/2011 | 10041346 | Ready | 09/27/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN | |||||
| TIB-42-043 | 08/01/2011 | 10040166 | Ready | 08/16/2011 | |
| TIB-42-043 | 08/01/2011 | 10040166 | Paccar: information on fan hub bearings inspection and warranty extension due to a higher than normal failure rate. *rm | 08/16/2011 | |
| TIB-42-48 | 07/06/2011 | 10040167 | Ready | 08/16/2011 | |
| TIB-42-48 | 07/06/2011 | 10040167 | Paccar: information on premature fan clutch lining wear. *rm | 08/16/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||||
| TIB-41-014 | 08/01/2011 | 10040165 | Paccar: there are cooling modules that may have a loose connection at the charge air cooler mounting. *rm | 08/16/2011 | |
| TIB-41-014 | 08/01/2011 | 10040165 | Ready | 08/16/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| SB-E-049 | 01/13/2012 | 10043867 | Kenworth: see document search button for owner letter. erroneous fault codes may develop in chassis or check engine warning light related to nox emissions measurement and aftertreatment if improvement for the recalibration of engine con | 04/30/2012 | |
| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE | |||||
| TIB-16-35 | 09/16/2011 | 10042748 | Kenworth: see document search button for owner letter. the front axle u bolts were manufactured on certain t3 and t4 series trucks with insufficient torque. *pe | 01/09/2012 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||||
| TIB-44-020 | 11/22/2011 | 10042785 | Kenworth: information regarding original equipment fittings not mating perfectly and result in leaks and/or air ingestion due to the 37 degree fittings flared fuel line to fuel filter fittings instead of the 45 degree. *pe | 01/11/2012 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY | |||||
| TIB-03-047 | 07/02/2012 | 10045242 | Kenworth: diagnostics indicate failed fuel level sensor function in repairs and before component is replaced, dial face should be cleaned and failure verified. all kenworth models with ohm dial or open card style fuel senders. * | 08/22/2012 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||||
| TIB-44-020 | 11/22/2011 | 10042785 | Kenworth: information regarding original equipment fittings not mating perfectly and result in leaks and/or air ingestion due to the 37 degree fittings flared fuel line to fuel filter fittings instead of the 45 degree. *pe | 01/11/2012 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - FUEL FILTER | |||||
| TIB-44-020 | 11/22/2011 | 10042785 | Kenworth: information regarding original equipment fittings not mating perfectly and result in leaks and/or air ingestion due to the 37 degree fittings flared fuel line to fuel filter fittings instead of the 45 degree. *pe | 01/11/2012 | |
| TIB-44-19 | 08/12/2011 | 10041346 | Paccar: water may seep between the wire insulation and potting of the fuel sensor. there may be an erratic false warning of water in fuel. *rm | 09/27/2011 | |
| TIB-44-19 | 08/12/2011 | 10041346 | Ready | 09/27/2011 | |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - HOOD - LATCH | |||||
| TIB-02-117 | 12/06/2011 | 10043167 | Kenworth: information regarding trucks receiving newly installed latches to hold down hood, replacing previous design latch. *pe | 02/28/2012 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| TIB-26-21 | 09/12/2011 | 10042747 | Kenworth: on certain trucks, the eaton transmissions may be susceptible to having water intrusion which can cause the ecu to stop working. loss of communication and primary function may require replacement of the ecu's failure mode. | 01/09/2012 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD | |||||
| TIB-02-117 | 12/06/2011 | 10043167 | Kenworth: information regarding trucks receiving newly installed latches to hold down hood, replacing previous design latch. *pe | 02/28/2012 | |
| SUSPENSION - MULTIPLE AXLE - TORQUE ARM | |||||
| 02-111 | 02/01/2011 | 10038190 | Paccar: two rear cab fasteners may not have the proper torque. *rm | 06/09/2011 | |
| 02-111 | 02/01/2011 | 10038190 | Ready | 06/09/2011 | |